🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Economic Development 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that Kent’s Economic Development team was nominated for the Community Partner of the Year Award by CAMPS - Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound! 🎉 This prestigious nomination shines a spotlight on the team’s unwavering dedication to fostering a vibrant and innovative manufacturing ecosystem that benefits Kent and the broader region. The recognition reflects over a decade of meaningful collaboration with CAMPS and the team’s steadfast support for advanced manufacturing—a cornerstone of our local economy. Representing Kent with pride, William Ellis and Michelle Wilmot attended the awards banquet alongside Council President Satwinder Kaur and Councilmember Bill Boyce. While the award went to another deserving nominee, this acknowledgment is a testament to the incredible work and impact of our Economic Development team. 👏 Please join us in congratulating the team on this well-deserved recognition and their continued efforts to drive economic growth in Kent! #EconomicDevelopment #AdvancedManufacturing #Partnerships #WeAreKent
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Growth, Opportunity, Teamwork An inclusive and competitive employer, Kent employees and their work have a direct impact on the quality of life of Kent residents, business owners and visitors alike. Kent employees enjoy competitive salaries and excellent benefits • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance • 12 paid holidays • Paid vacation and sick leave • Retirement plans • Short and long-term disability coverage • Flexible spending accounts • Union representation • Wellness program incentives Kent is the sixth largest city in Washington with a population nearing 140,000. Kent is known for its global diversity, with 138 languages being spoken in homes, businesses and schools throughout the city, bringing together people and cultures from all over the world. A center of innovation in the Puget Sound region, Kent is home to a division of Boeing Space, Defense and Security; Blue Origin, and over 50 other aerospace companies, whose brilliant scientists and engineers are developing the worlds most advanced vehicles. Kent is also the proud home of Oberto Sausage Company, REI, and one of Starbucks’ five roasting plants in the world. Located just 18 miles from Seattle and Tacoma, Kent features beautiful parks, an historic downtown and views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains, making it a beautiful place to live, work and visit. Just seven miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Kent is easily accessible from Interstate 5, State Route 167 and other major highways. Social Media Policy: www.KentWA.gov/socialmedia
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🚀 Kent, Washington: Where Space Innovation Takes Flight The City of Kent is proud to be home to Stoke Space, led by visionary CEO Andy Lapsa, one of GeekWire's five "Uncommon Thinkers" recognized this year. Andy and his team are revolutionizing space travel by pioneering fully reusable rockets—designed to fly, land, and fly again. Building next-generation spacecraft in their 168,000-square-foot Kent headquarters, Stoke is redefining what's possible in the aerospace industry. Backed by investors like Bill Gates through Breakthrough Energy Ventures, they’re proving that rocket innovation can drive sustainable solutions to climate challenges while opening up new frontiers. At Kent, we celebrate Stoke Space and all the innovators who call our city home. As the Seattle region's manufacturing hub, Kent plays a pivotal role in advancing aerospace and space exploration. Congratulations to Andy and Stoke Space on this well-deserved recognition! We'll celebrate you and the team at the GeekWire Gala! 🌌 📖 Read more about Andy's inspiring journey: https://lnkd.in/g5NZQjJ7 #KentWA #Aerospace #SpaceInnovation #GeekWireGala #UncommonThinkers
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🎉 Celebrating Excellence on Main 🎉 Huge congratulations to Raman Arora, owner of Maggie’s on Meeker, for being named #EntrepreneuroftheYear at this year's PLACES Conference! This honor recognizes her incredible journey and impact on the Kent community. Originally from Punjab, India, Raman became the proud owner of Maggie’s on Meeker in April 2024. She has not only upheld the restaurant's legacy but also contributed generously to local causes, reflecting her passion for community and excellence. Join us in celebrating Raman’s well-deserved recognition and the vibrant energy she brings to Kent! 👏 #MainStreetExcellence #MaggiesOnMeeker #KentCommunity #KentDowntown
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🍩 We’re beyond excited to welcome Top Pot Doughnuts' new facility, "The Foundry," to Kent! 🎉 CEO Jim Eschweiler kicked off the grand opening in the sweetest way possible—with a ceremonial maple bar cutting! As the PNW's largest doughnut maker, Top Pot is now baking thousands of delicious doughnuts daily in their state-of-the-art Kent facility. And the best part? A new café is coming after the first of the year, so you can enjoy their coffee and doughnuts right here in town. ☕🍩 Until then, when you spot their doughnuts at your favorite local spots, remember—they’re made in Kent! 🙌 #MadeInKent #TopPotDoughnuts #KentBusiness
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The City of Kent is looking to hire a Human Resources Director to lead the city's HR Department. This position plays a key role in the management and development of the city's talented workforce. Learn more about the position and how to apply at bit.ly/3Xivmoj.
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📌 The City of Kent is seeking an experienced administrative professional to provide support to the City Council and Office of the Mayor! Join our team of dedicated public servants and play a crucial role in the city's daily operations. This is a benefited, non-represented, part-time (30 hours) position. Learn more and apply now at bit.ly/3zEU5uT. 📝
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Did you know the Kent Valley is the fourth-largest manufacturing area in the country? It's home to over 630 advanced manufacturing companies and around 49,000 jobs in the sector. The space sector alone contributes around $5 billion to our state's economy annually! | City of Kent Government | City of Kent Government · Original audio
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Are you pulling as hard for the space industry as the City of Kent, Washington? 2024 Aerospace games meeting at 4pm, Space Happy Hour 5-7:30pm this Thurs Feb 29 at Airways Brewing in Kent, WA! Registration required for capacity constraints. Space Happy Hour, Leap Year Edition at Airways Brewing Taproom in Kent • Thursday February 29 2024, 5:00-7:30pm • Convenient access for Blue Origin, Stoke Space, Starfish Space, LeoStella, The Radiation Team and many more. • 4pm (Optional) 2024 Aerospace Games Informational Meeting • 5pm Networking begins • 6:15pm Introduction, Announcements and Door Prizes • Registration required for capacity constraints, register at: space happy hour [dot] com [slash] seattle A big thanks to City of Kent for the inspirational, Aerospace Games images! (Michelle Wilmot, William Ellis, Daniel B., and Patti B.) Andy Lapsa, Kelly Hennig, Brittany Feldman, Erika Wagner PhD, Ari Juster, Bryan Culbert, Harrison Stankey, Skyler Kottenstette, Andrea Waldron, Logan Coutts #space #spaceindustry #spacetechnology #aerospaceengineering
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Is securing a #space job on your New Year's resolution list for 2024? About one-third of the more than 50 space companies in the greater #Seattle area and Washington State have listed positions as of the end of 2023, with a combined total of nearly 900 open roles. A list of space companies and organizations in #WashingtonState can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gFUzE8h Happy New Year!
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